Dillon Brooks stars in Grizzlies win against Warriors
Dillon Brooks was of the utmost annoyance to the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. The Grizzlies guard held Steph Curry to 16 points on 33% shooting.Related:
Douglass falls on late bucket as Alcoa wins Class 2A title
The Red Devils’ title dreams ended in a disappointing fashion Saturday, March 18, at the Murphy Center as Alcoa star Jahvin Carter hit a lay-up with 2.5 seconds left to give his team a 59-58 win.
Overton holds off Independence for Class 4A title
Senior Jordan Frison leads the way with 19 points and earns tournament MVP honors.
Officer-involved shooting leaves one person dead
The TBI believes the incident in Fayette County that prompted the response from SCSO officers was domestic violence related.
Memphis Tigers rugby team bested by Mizzou at Bluff City 7s
Eleven teams played at the U of M Saturday, March 18, including the University of Arkansas, Tulane University and Kennesaw State University.
Memphis Botanic Garden blooms with Japanese culture — and cherry blossoms
The boom of Taiko drums, intricate kimonos and koi windsock crafting were just some elements of Japanese arts and culture displayed at Memphis Botanic Garden’s Cherry Blossom Picnic.
Unmatched improv: What it’s like to film a commercial with Steven Adams
Actor Eddie Ramos co-starred in AT&T’s March Madness commercial with the Grizzlies center, who had everyone laughing.
Calkins: The Tigers should be headed to glory. Instead, they’re headed home.
The Memphis Tigers had it all in their grasp. The win, the celebration, maybe even a trip to the Sweet 16. Instead, they lost to Florida Atlantic Friday. And now they are headed home.
Five questions in the wake of Memphis’ NCAA Tournament loss to FAU
Here are some answers following the Tigers early exit following a crushing loss to FAU. Memphis suffers heartbreaking loss to Florida Atlantic in NCAA TournamentRelated story:
Memphis suffers heartbreaking loss to Florida Atlantic in NCAA Tournament
Memphis lost a heartbreaker to Florida Atlantic Friday night. A promising season came to a crushing end.Related stories:
File confirms identity of retired officer in Nichols case
Memphis Police Department Lt. Dewayne Smith, a 25-year veteran, has been identified as the officer who retired before an administrative hearing into his involvement in the death of Tyre Nichols.
Grizzlies complete largest comeback in franchise history, beat Spurs
The Memphis Grizzlies erased a 29-point deficit on Friday night to stun the Spurs in overtime, 126-120.Related stories:
Recipe Exchange: Muddy’s Bake Shop Therapy Brownies
When asked, Muddy’s Bake Shop owner Kat Gordon was happy to go to the vault and pull out her retired recipe for Therapy Brownies; she even made a bake-along video.
Final Four Memories: Black. White. Memphis was whole, for at least a moment.
The 1972-73 Memphis State Tigers NCAA Tournament team’s impact on the city still is examined and debated 50 years later.
Behind The Headlines: The gap in juvenile justice
A discussion about juvenile justice reform on “Behind The Headlines,” months after reform candidates were elected district attorney general and juvenile court judge, finds a gap between juvenile detention and releasing juveniles to keep them out of the system.
DeSoto County app to ‘connect’ residents with services
The app will allow users to pay court fines and car tag renewals, view land records, and receive news alerts on their mobile devices, according to DeSoto County Community Resource Director Christie Barclay.
City Council Scorecard: Not-so-final votes on Tyre Nichols ordinances
The Council Scorecard tracks final votes on a set of five ordinances with a vote one other one delayed.
Dissecting ‘a film guide for the disenchanted’
“This book is dedicated to anyone who ever bought a ticket for whatever movie starts next.”
Oh, Snap: This week’s best photos
From Legos to a veggie sandwich, take a look at some recent photos.
Metro
The Early Word: Secret NBA bar and new rooftop bar opening Downtown
Regional One needs donations, the Tigers wrap their preseason with a loss and Bartlett’s superintendent is saying goodbye.
Elections Brent Taylor acknowledges sending nude photos
Premium Elections Sanford: Taylor’s sexting scandal renders him unfit for Congress. But the voters will ultimately decide.
Premium Health Care Why Regional One needs funding help to build new hospital: ‘There are real people behind these numbers’
Premium Education Bartlett superintendent to retire
Business
FedEx Corp. beats analysts’ third quarter expectations
The earnings call gave investors and analysts one of their first formal looks at the company since it spun off FedEx Freight on June 1.
Premium Health Care Federal changes threaten revenue for Memphis hospitals, execs say
Premium Health Care Why Regional One needs funding help to build new hospital: ‘There are real people behind these numbers’
Premium Financial Services International Paper beat Wall Street expectations, but revenue remains flat
Premium Real Estate Germantown approves 41 homes in Winchester development
Sports
Memphis wraps up preseason with 93-81 loss at No. 12 Arkansas
The Tigers didn’t protect the ball as well as they did in their 17-point win against Mississippi State, and they didn’t shoot the 3 as well.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies It was once a ‘secret’ hangout for NBA stars. Soon, Lou’s Lounge will open to the public.
High School Sports Houston, Collierville advance to Class AAA girls soccer state final
Memphis Grizzlies Ja Morant says he holds no grudge as he prepares to play Grizzlies
Memphis Tigers Football Is Tigers coach Charles Huff getting a job elsewhere?
Food
$15 Deal: Valle’s Rebel Combination
A great way to introduce yourself to this beloved neighborhood spot is to try the Rebel Combination. At just $13.50, this meal is a feast, offering a little taste of all of Valle’s Italian specialities.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Mekong brings more Asian flavors to Memphis
Suburbs
Houston, Collierville advance to Class AAA girls soccer state final
The Mustangs put it all together in an emphatic first half against defending state champion Bearden. Collierville edged Franklin in overtime thanks to a long-range effort from Gillian Arey.
Premium North Mississippi Mississippi state auditor investigating Walls amid data center concerns
Arts & Culture
Party like it’s the Middle Ages, and dive into Japanese and Indian culture
This week, Buddy Guy plays Graceland, Cameo hosts a techno vampire dance party and Morning After Club pops up after dark. Plus, we’ve got your Halloween party guide.
Premium Performing Arts Bartlett’s performing arts center keeps losing money. The city wants your ideas.
Opinion
Opinion: Innovation isn’t yet a feature of the system in Memphis
“We have a profound, time-sensitive need for a bold group of public servants who can imagine and operationalize experiments — making creative, rigorous, coordinated policy innovation a permanent modus operandi in Memphis.”
Premium Elections Sanford: Taylor’s sexting scandal renders him unfit for Congress. But the voters will ultimately decide.
Podcasts
Calkins Podcast: Hot start by Grizzlies, a sex therapist on breast cancer and SpaceXAI has jobs for you
The Grizzlies and Tigers both had surprising, big weeks. Geoff Calkins talks about it with John Martin. Calkins then talks with local sex therapist Jennifer Valli about her own breast cancer diagnosis. And author Charles Fishman shares his thoughts about SpaceXAI.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Italian wine and cheese with Bari’s Rebecca Severs
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Bryant’s Breakfast
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Summer Avenue Sampler at Bryant’s Breakfast that was taken by Mark Weber.